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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ruth cover her face with after Robert dies?

2. What does Andrew ask Ruth for in the last scene of the play?

3. How does Ruth react when Robert dies at the end of the play?

4. What is the setting of the last scene in the play?

5. What is the medical specialist's name?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the reasons that Andrew gives for going on the sea voyage. Why does he lie to his father? Do you think he regrets his lie? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Do you think it is fair that Ruth asks Robert to cancel his plans for the sea voyage and stay at home with her? In what ways does she manipulate him to make this decision? Explain using specific supporting examples.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Robert's view of his life. How does he feel he's come full circle to his original desires? What does he seem to expect in an afterlife?

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